Partnership Workshops

As part of this collaboration, workshops have been held for teams of STEM faculty and administrators. The workshops featured introductions to various pedagogies of engagement, special topics of interest such as workforce partnerships and STEM facilities, and time for campus teams to create action plans for their campuses.

Use the links below to access more information about each of the workshops that have been conducted.

Southwest Minnesota State University Workshop, April 2008

North Hennepin Community College Workshop, June 2008

Century College Workshop, September 2008

At the 2008 PKAL Summit and MnSCU meeting, participants had a once-in-a life-time opportunity for extended conversations with those whose pioneering pedagogical reforms are transforming the undergraduate STEM learning environment.

This special workshop was held for institutions that are planning STEM facilities. Teams of administrators, faculty, and architects spent time discovering how to plan a facility that strengthens STEM learning and increases student engagement and success. February 12 - 13, 2009 at Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Coon Rapids. Proceedings now available!

Spring 2009 PKAL Workshops: Bridging Disciplines

Three regional workshops were offered which explored a variety of pedagogies and techniques to aid student learning. Each workshop had a theme of local interest and was co-led by campus colleagues. Faculty were encouraged to attend a workshop nearby or a workshop based on the theme.